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Get to know the Cambodian capital city of Phnom Penh, a major cultural center buzzing with restaurants, bars, and Cambodian before departing on a Mekong River cruise. Many cruises start and/or finish in Phnom Penh and navigate either upriver to Tonle Sap River and Tonle Sap Lake, (a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve) or downriver towards Vietnam and the South China Sea. Travel through the city in a traditional rickshaw (cyclo), visiting the Wat Phnom Temple, the Royal Palace, and the majestic Silver Pagoda. At the National Museum, you will see Khmer artifacts from the 4th to 13th centuries and learn about the dark chapter of the Khmer Rouge at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. From here, depart on your cruise or land tour. Let us know when you're ready to start planning your trip to Phnom Penh!
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10 Top-Rated Phnom Penh River Ships for 2025-2026

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Aqua Mekong $4,650 Apr 08, 2025 The luxurious Aqua Mekong was designed to embody the aesthetic of a sophisticated five star hotel. Spacious and indulgent, yet intimate enough to feel entirely exclusive, the Aqua Mekong incorporates relaxed yet refined lounging and sailing.
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MS Amadara $2,709 Apr 07, 2025 Explore Europe's legendary waterways on the luxurious small ship MS Amadara. It boasts a capacity of 124 passengers, a wide range of facilities, and a wide range of ports of call.
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RV Indochine II $2,465 Apr 11, 2025 The RV Indochine II successfully combines colonial and modern styles. Built in 2016 with the finest material and start-of-the-art technology, this is an ideal ship for cruises along the waterways of Asia.
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Scenic Spirit $6,810 Apr 08, 2025 Unpack your bags just once and settle into your spacious suite featuring separate living and sleeping areas as well as your own balcony. Explore the light-filled public spaces and dining areas, where you can relax, indulge and dream, as the magical Vietnamese and Cambodian landscapes float by. Your experience will be one of unmatched luxury with enhanced protocols, for your health and wellbeing.
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Jahan $15,084 Jan 14, 2026 The elegant Jahan is one of the first modern boutique-style riverboats to sail the Mekong. The ship is reminiscent of colonial cruise liners and features 26 luxurious cabins with floor to ceiling windows, gourmet dining, and special on-board amenities.
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RV Indochine $4,784 Aug 21, 2025 The RV Indochine is an exotic ship which sails entirely on Asia's Mekong River. Built in 2008, she is made of local woods and decorated in a colonial style. The RV Indochine is an ideal ship for cruising the waterways of Asia.
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Emerald Harmony $7,490 Apr 12, 2025 Emerald Harmony, the newest Emerald Star-Ship launched by Emerald Cruises, was designed to take up to 84 passengers and this watercraft is designed specifically to navigate the waters of the Mekong.
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Jayavarman $1,231 Apr 09, 2025 Jayavarman is a ship resembling a floating art gallery, with fine works of art exhibited all over the public decks. The ship's public spaces and rooms are decorated with a stylish Art-Deco theme and a charming French-colonial aesthetic. The warm and embracing atmosphere invites you to feel at home from the first step aboard.
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The Jahan $1,243 Apr 08, 2025 The enchanting Jahan captivates and transports guests back in time with an aura evoking the glory of former British India. Named after the celebrated 16th-century Indian emperor and a great patron of the arts, Shah Jahan, Heritage Line designed this regal craft with fine artworks and outfitting sourced from India.
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RV Bassac Pandaw $1,919 Oct 11, 2025 RV Bassac Pandaw is a 4-deck luxury Mekong river cruise ship with 30 identical cabins. RV Bassac Pandaw riverboat was built in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) and launched in 2012.
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Phnom Penh Travel Tips & Guide

Highlights of Phnom Penh
The starting point for many Cambodian itineraries, Phnom Penh is the country's bustling capital city. Most tours include some of the following attractions on their excursions:
  • Royal Palace
  • Silver Pagoda
  • National Museum of Cambodia, home to the world’s largest collection of Khmer art.
  • Tuol Sleng Museum of Genocide
  • Russian Market.

This is also the embarking point for cruises of the Mekong and Tonle Sap Rivers.

Some of these are round-trip cruises, while others journey all the way to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam!
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